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donut plushie

Sew & Stuff a Donut Plushie

Ages 8-12
2025-03-27 15:30:00 2025-03-27 17:00:00 America/New_York Sew & Stuff a Donut Plushie Use a needle, thread, scissors, felt, and stuffing to sew and stuff your own cute donut plushie! Learn how to trace a pattern, thread a needle, tie a knot, and stitch as you go. Main Library - Tween Area

Thursday, March 27
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-27 15:30:00 2025-03-27 17:00:00 America/New_York Sew & Stuff a Donut Plushie Use a needle, thread, scissors, felt, and stuffing to sew and stuff your own cute donut plushie! Learn how to trace a pattern, thread a needle, tie a knot, and stitch as you go. Main Library - Tween Area

Main Library

Tween Area

Use a needle, thread, scissors, felt, and stuffing to sew and stuff your own cute donut plushie! Learn how to trace a pattern, thread a needle, tie a knot, and stitch as you go.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens 8-12 |

EVENT TYPE: | Education & Learning Programs | Arts, Crafts & Making |

TAGS: | Sewing | Making | Education & Learning | Arts & Crafts |

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Upcoming Events

Sewing Machine Instruction for Adults - Brother Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Mar 01, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn the basics of using a Brother Sewing Machine.
Registration is now closed
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Mar 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration is now closed
Kate McEvoy: The Secret to Your Success is YOU
Sat, Mar 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Join us for a discussion with Kate McEvoy, VP, External Affairs & Corporate Relations at Old Sturbridge Inc. about building new skills such as event planning and PR management through volunteering.
Registration is now closed
De-Stress with Dogs
Sat, Mar 01, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - First Floor Ellipse
De-stress with therapy dogs from Tufts Paws for People!
Hygge House
Sat, Mar 01, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Meeting
Teen Anime Club - Ages 12-18
Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Do you love anime? Get ready to make some new friends (you can bring your friends too) while watching a couple of episodes of your favorite series!
Pirate Magic Show with Awesome Robb - Ages 4-11 and their families
Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 2:50pm
Main Library - Children's Ellipse
Join us for a fun and exciting pirate themed magic show with lots of audience participation! Feel free to wear your pirate gear. Sponsored by the Friends of the Worcester Public Library.
Show & Tell Lower Clayton Neighborhood
Sat, Mar 01, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Show & Tell - Watch a documentary about the lower Clayton neighborhood with a Q&A after. Facilitated by Keith Scott. Hosted by F.A.M Jam!
Introduction to Finding Grants for NonProfits
Mon, Mar 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Foundation Directory database.
Everyday English Class
Mon, Mar 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
ESOL Navigator
Mon, Mar 03, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding an English class
Happy Homeschoolers: Stained Glass Tambourines - Ages 5-11
Mon, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Homeschool families meet monthly for fun projects!
Computer Basics
Mon, Mar 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the basics of using a computer, how to save documents, search the Internet, access the library website and computers.
Cat Diamond Painting - Ages 5-11
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Make a diamond painted cat.
SNAP-Ed Presents: Garden Play: Nature Fun - Ages 4-7
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Here you CAN play with dirt!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 03, All day
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Spanish Conversation Circle/ Circulo de Conversación 
Mon, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch
Come speak Spanish with us!
Citizenship Class
Tue, Mar 04, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.
Math Storytime - Ages 0-5
Tue, Mar 04, 9:15am - 10:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come join us in learning early math skills with stories, songs, and activities!
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with caregiver
Tue, Mar 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Office Hours with WPL's New Americans Librarian
Tue, Mar 04, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
Cool Cats Party - Ages 4-11
Tue, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Celebrate all the cool cats in the world - from Pete the Cat to Hello Kitty - with crafts, snacks, and games! While supplies last.
Carnaval - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Celebrate the beginning of Spring at a Carnaval Party!
Whimsical Workshop: St. Patrick's Day Gnomes - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
ST. PATRICK’S DAY GNOMES Leprechauns are sneaky, so we are making friendly gnomes in green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this month.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Mar 04, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.
After Dinner Craft Club: DIY Cat Toys - Ages 12-18 and their parents/guardians
Tue, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Create easy to make felt cat (and dog) toys!
Intro to Python
Tue, Mar 04, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the fundamentals of computer programming using Python.
Everyday English Class
Wed, Mar 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Spectacular Spring - Ages 3-5 years old with their caregivers
Wed, Mar 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
What happens in spring time? Let's explore and enjoy this beautiful season with books, make spring crafts, and play games. Ages 3 to 5 years old.
DIY Crafts for Adult - In person
Wed, Mar 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Level Up: Switch Gaming - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.
Alumni Afternoon - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Magnet Branch
Come to the Tatnuck Branch Library to revisit childhood memories and celebrate Alumni Afternoon!
Craftwork: Galaxy Paper Lanterns - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!
Family Fun: Bad Art Afternoon - All ages
Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Unlock your creativity as we clear out old craft supplies!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Preschool Resource Fair - Suggested for adult with preschool aged children
Wed, Mar 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Parents looking for preschool options for next year are invited to check out providers and resources.
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Wed, Mar 05, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Hora das Histórias em Português - Portuguese Storytime - Para crianças de até 5 anos - Ages 0-5
Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Junte-se a nós para histórias e cantigas em português. Join us for stories and songs in Portuguese.
Drop-In Switch Gaming - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
True Crime Book Club: A Killer by Design by Dr. Ann Burgess - Virtual
Wed, Mar 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Grab your favorite cup of coffee, bring your detective hat, and join us for an evening of thrilling conversation!
Toddler Time - Ages 1.5-3 and their caregivers
Thu, Mar 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Thu, Mar 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
Thu, Mar 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Knitting Circle
Thu, Mar 06, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us in person or virtually from the comfort of your own home!
Teen Crafternoon - Embroidery - Ages 12-18
Thu, Mar 06, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens are invited to spend an afternoon learning basic embroidery stitches and creating a simple design piece of hoop art to take home with them!
Carnaval - Ages 6-11
Thu, Mar 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Celebrate the beginning of Spring at a Carnaval Party!
Children's English Conversation Circle - Ages 0-11
Thu, Mar 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come practice speaking in English and meet new friends as we learn by talking, making crafts, and playing.
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months old and their caregivers
Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
STEAM & Stories - Ages 3-5 with Caregiver
Fri, Mar 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
In this storytime we will build early math and science skills through books, activities, and art.
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Fri, Mar 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
This event is full
Flower Power Cookie Decorating - Ages 6-11
Fri, Mar 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Don't be sour! It's a flower power cookie decorating hour!
Alumni Afternoon - Ages 12-18
Fri, Mar 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Come to the Burncoat Branch Library to revisit childhood memories and celebrate Alumni Afternoon!
Candlelight Yoga with Aromatherapy
Fri, Mar 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Join us for a calming gentle yoga class. Please bring your own yoga mat!
This event is full
Yoga with Mini Sound Bath - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Please bring your own yoga mat, water and anything for comfort. All levels are welcomed. Open to ages 18 and up. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class begins to arrive and settle.
Trees for Tots Storytime - Ages 0-5 and their families
Sat, Mar 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Earth Day is next month! Let's get ready with tree-themed stories, songs, and crafts. Children can also sign up to receive a tree around Earth Day.
Kitten Meetup - Ages 12-18
Sat, Mar 08, 1:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Hang out with Kittens!
Saturday STEM Drop-In Fun - Ages 6-11 and their caregivers
Sat, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Create, explore, and be amazed with fun STEM ideas and activities. WPI’s high school students from Mass Academy will offer these fun learning activities. Ages 6-11 years old.
Choices for Heart Health - Nutrition Classes with Judy Palken, Registered Dietitian*
Sat, Mar 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn what foods are best for heart health and how can we include them in our diets.
Office Hours with the Business Resources Librarian
Mon, Mar 10, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn about research resources at the library.
Everyday English Class
Mon, Mar 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
For families with children 5 and under.
ESOL Navigator
Mon, Mar 10, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding an English class
Hora das Histórias em Português - Portuguese Storytime - Para crianças de até 5 anos - Ages 0-5
Mon, Mar 10, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Junte-se a nós para histórias e cantigas em português. Join us for stories and songs in Portuguese.
Alumni Afternoon - Ages 12-18
Mon, Mar 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch
Come to the Goddard Branch Library to revisit childhood memories and celebrate Alumni Afternoon!
Ribbon Dancers - Ages 5-11
Mon, Mar 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
We will make colorful ribbon dancers to bring home.
Sewing Club - Ages 12-18
Mon, Mar 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to sew! Open to beginner and advanced teens interested in sewing!
Hour of Code™: WPL Tween Edition - Ages 8-12
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to code with your friends! Complete fun, interactive games and activities and receive a Certificate of Completion from Hour of Code™.
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 10, All day
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Candlelight Yoga with Aromatherapy
Mon, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Join us for a calming gentle yoga class. Please bring your own yoga mat and arrive 5-10 minutes before class!
This event is full
Citizenship Class
Tue, Mar 11, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with caregiver
Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Little Movers Creative Dance with Jo Ann Warren Studio - Ages 1 and 1/2-3 and their caregivers
Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Calling all tiny dancers! Fall in love with creative movement in this joyful class.
Office Hours with WPL's New Americans Librarian
Tue, Mar 11, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
Steps to Starting a Business - Virtual
Tue, Mar 11, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Learn the steps to start a small business in this virtual class.
Carnaval - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Celebrate the beginning of Spring at a Carnaval Party!
Whimsical Workshop: Imagination Station - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
IMAGINATION STATION Our supplies and your imagination are the only limits!
Switch Gaming Tween Social Hour - Ages 8-12
Tue, Mar 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch! Choose from Mario Kart, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Smash Bros., and more. Games are rated E and E10.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Mar 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.
Cricut Craft - "Welcome Spring" Sign
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Add a little pop of Spring to your home with a "Welcome Spring" sign!
This event is full
Intro to Python
Tue, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the fundamentals of computer programming using Python.
Eggs Arrive! - Ages 11 and under.
Wed, Mar 12, All day
Frances Perkins Branch
Eggs are now incubating at the Frances Perkins Branch! Drop-in to see them starting today.
Everyday English Class
Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Power of Reset with Dan Heath - Worcester Public Library Virtual Author Talks
Wed, Mar 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for an enlightening conversation with bestselling author Dan Heath as he talks with us about his newest book, Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working.
Register
Immigrants: Know Your Rights - Presentation & Group Q&A - Virtual
Wed, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library
Online on Zoom. Register for link. Learn about your rights in the US and get reliable information about policy changes.
Register
DIY Crafts for Adult - In person
Wed, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Alumni Afternoon - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch
Come to the Roosevelt Branch Library to revisit childhood memories and celebrate Alumni Afternoon!
Craftwork: Galaxy Paper Lanterns - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Relax & Color - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, you've earned an evening to relax!
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Wed, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Registration opens Wednesday, March 5 2025 at 5:30pm
D&D Club - Ages 6-12
Wed, Mar 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's get rolling! Beginners and more experienced players are welcome to experience the fun of roleplay and collaborative storytelling during a monthly one-shot Dungeons and Dragons game.
Creative Writing Workshop
Wed, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Do you have a story waiting to be told? Join us for a group writing session!
Toddler Time - Ages 1.5-3 and their caregivers
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Thu, Mar 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Registration opens Thursday, March 6 2025 at 11:00am
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
Thu, Mar 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Knitting Circle
Thu, Mar 13, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us in person or virtually from the comfort of your own home!
Carnaval - Ages 6-11
Thu, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Branch
Celebrate the beginning of Spring at a Carnaval Party!
Teen Craft: Scrape Painting Cats - Ages 12-18
Thu, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Try a new painting method to make some cool cats!
Baby-Sitters Club Slumber Party - Ages 8-12
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
You're invited to a "slumber party" to play games, get creative, snack, and hang out just like some of your favorite baby-sitters: Kristy, Claudia, Stacey, Dawn, Logan, and Mary Anne!
Children's English Conversation Circle - Ages 0-11
Thu, Mar 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Come practice speaking in English and meet new friends as we learn by talking, making crafts, and playing.
GCVS
Fri, Mar 14, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Meeting
WPL Download: Library apps for your phone
Fri, Mar 14, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to stream movies, read ebooks, and listen to audiobooks and music on your phone with Kanopy, Hoopla, Libby, and Freegal - all free with your WPL card!
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months old and their caregivers
Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
STEAM & Stories - Ages 3-5 with Caregiver
Fri, Mar 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
In this storytime we will build early math and science skills through books, activities, and art.
Fairy Houses - Ages 6-11
Fri, Mar 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!
Afternoon Storytime - Ages 0-5 with caregivers
Fri, Mar 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for an afternoon of books and fun songs. We'll read a book or two and sing together to help promote early literacy and social skills.
Sewing Machine Instruction for Adults - Brother Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Mar 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn the basics of using a Brother Sewing Machine.
This event is full
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
This event is full
Rainbow Family Fun - Ages 12 and under, with their families
Sat, Mar 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for crafts, snacks, and conversation for families who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or are their allies!
Teen Crafternoon - Diamond Painting Cat Magnets - Ages 12-18
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens can get crafty making diamond painting cat magnets while supplies last.
Green Glam: St. Patrick’s Day Makeup Tips - With Professional Makeup Artist, Geo Sanchez
Sat, Mar 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Ages 18 & up. Join us for a fun and festive St. Patrick’s Day makeup class, where you’ll learn how to create vibrant, green-inspired looks that will have you feeling fabulous!
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Everyday English Class
Mon, Mar 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
For families with children 5 and under.
ESOL Navigator
Mon, Mar 17, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding an English class
Fairy Houses - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 17, All day
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Tue, Mar 18, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Citizenship Class
Tue, Mar 18, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with caregiver
Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
Office Hours with WPL's New Americans Librarian
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
Science Fiction Book Club: Carnival by Elizabeth Bear - Virtual
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Do you like reading about spaceships, parallel worlds, aliens, telepathy, time travel or droids? Join us to discuss great SF & Fantasy fiction. Author Elizabeth Bear will be joining us!
Flower Power Cookie Decorating - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Don't be sour! It's a flower power cookie decorating hour!
Whimsical Workshop: Lion Felt Art - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
LION FELT ART “In like a lion; out like a lamb.” Make a felt lion to hang up in your home during this month of roaring weather.
Musical Theater Workshop - Ages 8-12
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Explore your creative side and build confidence on stage! Sing, act, dance, and improvise in a fun and supportive environment with Jo Ann Warren Studio.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.
After Dinner Craft Club: Stained Glass Cats - Ages 12-18 and their parents/guardians
Tue, Mar 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to foil and solder precut stained glass pieces!
Intro to Python
Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the fundamentals of computer programming using Python.
Author Talk with Dr. Ann Wolbert Burgess - Virtual
Tue, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Join us for a discussion with Dr. Ann Wolbert Burgess, author of the book "A Killer by Design: Murderers, Mindhunters, and My Quest to Decipher the Criminal Mind."
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Wed, Mar 19, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Everyday English Class
Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Messy Munchkins - Ages 0-5 with Caregiver
Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch
Play through all the sensory stations in the room or focus on your favorite!
Spectacular Spring - Ages 3-5 years old with their caregivers
Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library
What happens in spring time? Let's explore and enjoy this beautiful season with books, make spring crafts, and play games. Ages 3 to 5 years old.
DIY Crafts for Adult - In person
Wed, Mar 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Level Up: Switch Gaming - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Drop in and play video games on our Nintendo Switch.
STEM Challenge! - Ages 6-11.
Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us each week for a fun STEM challenge!
Craftwork: Galaxy Paper Lanterns - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Lion's Club meeting
Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Meeting
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 5 2025 at 5:30pm
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Wed, Mar 19, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Registration opens Wednesday, March 12 2025 at 5:30pm
Game Night for Tweens - Ages 8-12
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Drop in and play tabletop games with your friends! Choose from Uno No Mercy, What Do You Meme?, One Night Werewolf, and more.
Drop-In Switch Gaming - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for a night of friendly competition!
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Thu, Mar 20, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Toddler Time - Ages 1.5-3 and their caregivers
Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Is your little one ready for a fun time with books? You’re invited to participate in stories, music, and movement.
Creating Sales Lists For Your Small Business
Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to create B2B and B2C sales lists using Reference Solutions.
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Thu, Mar 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Registration opens Thursday, March 13 2025 at 11:00am
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
Thu, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Knitting Circle
Thu, Mar 20, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us in person or virtually from the comfort of your own home!
Free STOP THE BLEED® Course - From UMass Memorial Injury Prevention Team
Thu, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Banx Room
UMass Memorial's Injury Prevention Department is offering a free STOP THE BLEED® course for people interested in learning this life saving skill.
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens - Ages 12-18
Thu, Mar 20, 3:15pm - 5:15pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens, have you ever wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons but didn't know how to start? Well it's time to roll the dice and join this campaign for beginners!
Springtime Bunny Painting - Ages 6-11.
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for a cute springtime bunny craft!
Children's English Conversation Circle - Ages 0-11
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Come practice speaking in English and meet new friends as we learn by talking, making crafts, and playing.
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Fri, Mar 21, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months old and their caregivers
Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
STEAM & Stories - Ages 3-5 with Caregiver
Fri, Mar 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
In this storytime we will build early math and science skills through books, activities, and art.
Teen Crafternoon - Diamond Painting Cat Magnets - Ages 12-18
Fri, Mar 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Teens can get crafty making diamond painting cat magnets while supplies last.
PianoStory! - Ages 8-12
Fri, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Ellipse
Join us for a performance of improvisational storytelling and piano playing by a musical group of teens and tweens known as PianoStory!
Fairy Houses - Ages 6-11
Fri, Mar 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Sat, Mar 22, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Personal Investing Using Morningstar
Sat, Mar 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the Morningstar Investment Center Research Database.
Yoga with Mini Sound Bath - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Please bring your own yoga mat, water and anything for comfort. All levels are welcomed. Open to ages 18 and up. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before class begins to arrive and settle.
Registration opens Saturday, March 8 2025 at 10:00am
Masshealth Orientation meeting
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Orientation
SNAP Ed Presents: Plant Parts & Growing Gardens - Ages 8-12
Sat, Mar 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Identify (and eat) the edible parts of a plant, learn gardening basics, and bring home a plant you can care for and watch grow!
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Irish Americans
Sat, Mar 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Saxe Room
Worcester History Deep-Dive: The Irish Americans
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Sun, Mar 23, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Reading With My Peeps: Diorama Contest - Families with Children 12 and Under
Mon, Mar 24, All day
Main Library
Stop in and pick up rules and supplies to create your own Peep's themed diorama for our Peeple's Choice Awards Contest!
Everyday English Class
Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
Mon, Mar 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
For families with children 5 and under.
ESOL Navigator
Mon, Mar 24, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding an English class
Pom Pom Shooter Challenge - Ages 6-12 years old with their caregivers
Mon, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Explore and challenge yourself with a STEM activity using pom poms, a cardboard tube, a balloon, and the power of your hands.
Destress with Dogs 😌
Mon, Mar 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Adult Area
Visit with a registered* therapy dog to bring a little rest and relaxation to your day. Therapy animals* are generally privately owned pets who are brought by their handlers to bring joy and smiles.
Flower Power Cookie Decorating - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Don't be sour! It's a flower power cookie decorating hour!
Soap Making Workshop - Ages 5-11
Mon, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Make a small soap to take home!
Jewelry Making - Ages 12-18
Mon, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Goddard Branch
Come to the Goddard Branch Library for an afternoon of jewelry making!
Sewing Club - Ages 12-18
Mon, Mar 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Learn to sew simple projects to help perfect your sewing skills!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 24, All day
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Crochet for Kids - Ages 6-12
Mon, Mar 24, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Learn the basics of crocheting and start making your own project!
Candlelight Yoga with Aromatherapy
Mon, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Join us for a calming gentle yoga class. Please bring your own yoga mat and arrive 5-10 minutes before class!
Citizenship Class
Tue, Mar 25, 9:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Prepares students for the U.S. citizenship or naturalization exam and interview.
Family Storytime - Ages 0-5 with caregiver
Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Explore early literacy skills as we read, sing, and move!
STEAM Away Science Play! - Ages 4-7
Tue, Mar 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Gear up young scientists and travel into the world of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) mixed all together!
Office Hours with WPL's New Americans Librarian
Tue, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
Business Plan Basics - Virtual
Tue, Mar 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
Learn how to write a business plan in this virtual class.
Whimsical Workshop: Reverse Stencil Signs - Ages 6-11
Tue, Mar 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
REVERSE STENCIL SIGNS Paint a nameplate! Spell your name in vinyl letters, paint over, and then peel away to reveal a reverse stencil of your name!
Musical Theater Workshop - Ages 8-12
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Explore your creative side and build confidence on stage! Sing, act, dance, and improvise in a fun and supportive environment with Jo Ann Warren Studio.
English Conversation Circle
Tue, Mar 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, comfortable place, and meet new friends as we learn by talking together.
Get Hooked on Crochet! - In person
Tue, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Get hooked on crochet with crafty librarian Kira! This is a great way for older teens and young adults to learn about the fun craft programs provided by the Adult Services department!
Intro to Python
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 8:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the fundamentals of computer programming using Python.
Behind Their Screens: What Teens Are Facing & Adults Miss - Adults of Tweens and Teens
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Virtual Room
What are teens actually doing on their smartphones anyway? This virtual event will provide adults with information on how to address teens using social media safely.
Everyday English Class
Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
DIY Crafts for Adult - In person
Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Join us for weekly crafts in the Innovation center!
Starting a Business 101
Wed, Mar 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
Learn the steps to start a small business.
Jewelry Making - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Roosevelt Branch
Come to the Roosevelt Branch Library for an afternoon of jewelry making!
STEM Challenge! - Ages 6-11.
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us each week for a fun STEM challenge!
Craftwork: Galaxy Paper Lanterns - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Join us for a crafting program designed to strengthen problem solving skills and to enhance creativity!
Soap Making Workshop - Ages 5-11
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Make a small soap to take home!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch - Burncoat Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Crafternoon - Ages 6-11
Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop by for a fun make-and-take craft!
Digitizing Family Photos, Slides, or Converting VHS Tapes
Wed, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Digital Studio
Learn to preserve your family’s history with the use of our digitization and conversion equipment.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 12 2025 at 5:30pm
Innovation Center Orientation for Access to Open Maker Hours - Ages 12 +
Wed, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Register below for an Innovation Center orientation and gain access to WPL's Innovation Center during our Open Maker Hours!
Registration opens Wednesday, March 19 2025 at 5:30pm
Let's Get Crafty! - Ages 12-18
Wed, Mar 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens can stop by the Teen Space at our Main Library to spend an evening doing some arts and crafts!
Family Pizza Night - Families with children ages 17 and under
Wed, Mar 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
You are the guests at our monthly family dinner and advisory group.
Popular Fiction Book Club
Wed, Mar 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Join us to discuss newer popular titles. New members welcome!
Early Readers Class - Ages 0-4
Thu, Mar 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Let's focus on learning sounds to build early literacy using the SOUNS method.
Knitting Circle
Thu, Mar 27, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Computer Lab
All needlecraft enthusiasts are welcome to join us in person or virtually from the comfort of your own home!
Sew & Stuff a Donut Plushie - Ages 8-12
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Use a needle, thread, scissors, felt, and stuffing to sew and stuff your own cute donut plushie! Learn how to trace a pattern, thread a needle, tie a knot, and stitch as you go.
Teen Craft: Needle Punch Coasters - Ages 12-18
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Innovation Center
Explore a fun and simple yarn craft!
Teen Crafternoon - Diamond Painting Cat Magnets - Ages 12-18
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Great Brook Valley Branch - Great Brook Valley Branch
Teens can get crafty making diamond painting cat magnets while supplies last.
Know Your Rights for Teens - Ages 12-18
Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Burncoat Branch
Come learn about your rights with our New Americans Librarian! ¡Ven a aprender sobre tus derechos con nuestra bibliotecaria para los nuevos americanos!
Fairy Houses - Ages 6-11
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Come build a whimsical house for our Fairy friends!
Children's English Conversation Circle - Ages 0-11
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Come practice speaking in English and meet new friends as we learn by talking, making crafts, and playing.
Baby Bounce - Ages 0 to 18 months old and their caregivers
Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Introduce your baby to reading with stories, action rhymes, fingerplays, songs, and lots of snuggling. You are invited to stay for play/social time after the program. For ages 0-18 months.
Office Hours with the New Americans Librarian
Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding resources to learn English, referrals for immigration-related legal help, and more. Se habla español.
STEAM & Stories - Ages 3-5 with Caregiver
Fri, Mar 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
In this storytime we will build early math and science skills through books, activities, and art.
Flower Power Cookie Decorating - Ages 6-11
Fri, Mar 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Don't be sour! It's a flower power cookie decorating hour!
Chess Club for Tweens - Ages 8-12
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Tween Area
Everyone is welcome at chess club, no matter if you're a brand new or an experienced player! Join us to challenge a friend or someone new.
Eid Al-Fitr Kite Making - Ages 11 and under.
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Frances Perkins Branch - FPB Meeting Room
Let's make kites!
Gamer Shrinky Dinks - Ages 5-12
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
You're invited to come and make shrinky dinks inspired by your favorite games!
Sewing Machine Instruction for Adults - Brother Sewing Machine Basics
Sat, Mar 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Main Library - Innovation Center
Sign up for a one-on-one session to learn the basics of using a Brother Sewing Machine.
Registration opens Saturday, March 15 2025 at 9:00am
Zumba - Ages 18 & up
Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Banx Room
Burn calories in this fun fitness class!
Registration opens Saturday, March 15 2025 at 10:00am
Composting with Massachusetts Master Gardener Association
Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Saxe Room
Learn how to compost at home!
Second Church
Sat, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 3:10pm
Main Library - Banx Room
Public talk - Learning to love your enemies.
Drop-In Switch Gaming - Ages 12-18
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Teen Space
Teens, get ready for some friendly competition!
Art Adventures: Georgia O'Keeffe - Ages 6+
Sat, Mar 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Join us to learn a little about Georgia O'Keeffe's life before creating your own art piece in her art style.
Everyday English Class
Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Meeting Room
Students learn English using real-life scenarios.
Stories and Songs - Ages 0-5
Mon, Mar 31, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Children's Program Room
For families with children 5 and under.
ESOL Navigator
Mon, Mar 31, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Community Resources Office
Help finding an English class
SNAP-Ed Presents: Food Play: Cooking Fun with Kids - Ages 4-7
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Children's Program Room
Here you CAN play with your food!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Burncoat Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Goddard Branch - Goddard Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 31, All day
Roosevelt Branch - Roosevelt Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
Switch it Up - Ages 6-11
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tatnuck Branch - Tatnuck Branch
Drop in and play video games with your friends on our Nintendo Switch!
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